USC Glorya Kaufman School of Dance

Congratulations to Julia Lowe (‘27, Julia Lowe) on her recurring role in Netflix’s upcoming series The Body. As Julia balances her work on screen with her studies at USC Kaufman, she’s continuing to build an exciting career across dance and acting. We’re so proud to see our students pursuing their artistry in every medium. 🧡

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Photo by Aidan Tooth

What does it take to keep performing artists healthy—both on and off the stage? ✨

Led by Dr. Marisa Hentis, Director of the USC Kaufman Performing Arts Physical Therapy Clinic, USC is advancing the future of performing arts medicine through the launch of the West Coast’s first Performing Arts Physical Therapy Fellowship.

This groundbreaking initiative expands specialized care for dancers and performing artists while providing the next generation of physical therapists with advanced clinical training. We’re proud to be part of this innovative partnership that supports the health, longevity, and success of artists.

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Looking back at our Spring 2026 BFA Showcase and counting down the days until we’re back in the Kaufman studios. ✨

Photos by Cheryl Mann

Cardin Chung ’26 (Cardin), Rhaine Marquardt ’26 (Rhaine) and Emily Fluker ’26 (Emily Fluker) all recent BFA graduates of the USC Glorya Kaufman School of Dance, have been recognized by USC — and beyond — for their excellence and future promise.

🏆 Cardin Chung — USC Discovery Scholar & Fulbright Scholar Award
🏆 Rhaine Marquardt — USC Renaissance Scholar & Discovery Scholar
🏆 Emily Fluker — USC Renaissance Scholar

We are incredibly proud of their achievements and grateful to celebrate this milestone with them. 🧡

🔗 Read more at the link in our bio.

Photo by Michael Baker

What an unforgettable evening in Paris 🇫🇷✨

This past Saturday, USC Kaufman students took the stage at Le Carreau du Temple (Le Carreau du Temple) as part of Nuit Blanche, performing the work of acclaimed choreographer Leïla Ka (Leïla Ka) alongside students from the Conservatoire National Supérieur de Musique et de Danse de Paris ().

We are incredibly proud of our dancers for representing the Kaufman community with such artistry, dedication, and generosity throughout this landmark international exchange.

Thank you to Leïla Ka, our partners at CNSMD, and everyone who made this extraordinary experience possible.

Photos by Théophile Cherrier (Cherrie T. M. L.)

Greetings from Paris! 🇫🇷✨

As part of our milestone exchange with the Conservatoire de Paris Danse () our students have spent the week immersed in artistic exchange, collaboration, and creation with their peers in France.

This Saturday, they’ll perform at Le Carreau du Temple (), sharing the stage in works by celebrated choreographer Leïla Ka () at the annual Nuit Blanche Festival (.paris).

A huge m***e to our dancers as they represent the Kaufman community on an international stage—we’re cheering you on from Los Angeles! ❤️

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